Explores vegetation conditions of the Michigamme Highlands ecoregion of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to inform future conservation efforts there. Here we:
For this assessment we clipped LANDFIRE’s Biophysical Settings (BpS, represents historical ecosystems), Existing Vegetation Cover, Height and Type (EVC, EVH and EVT, ReMap version, ca 2016) to the Michigamme Highlands polygon supplied by Emily Clegg.
For more information on LANDFIRE and the datasets please visit www.landfire.gov.
This document is introductory look at the Michigamme Highlands and not an in-depth analysis of the area.
The Michigamme Highlands of the central Upper Peninsula of MI are “known for containing a diverse range of habitats … [f]orests, wetlands, lakes, rivers and rock outcroppings all connect together in a beautifully pristine area” (see more about conservation there at https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/wilderness-lakes-reserve/).
The dynamics of land ownership there present ongoing opportunities for protection and ecologically focused management.